Often our minds conjure up Otis from the Andy Griffith Show when we think about public intoxication. The lighthearted memories of his entering the local Mayberry jail and placing himself in the jail cell with key hanging on the wall. The mere state of intoxication and being in public is not a criminal violation. There are a number of elements that an officer must first observe before issuing a citation or making an arrest. The elements are set out in TCA 39-17-310 that prescribe such … [Read more...]
Driving Under the Influence in Tennessee DUI
February 6, 2019 by
Driving under the influence (DUI) in Tennessee may result in serious consequences including but not limited to significant fines, restitution, DUI classes, court costs, and incarceration. The conviction may also result in loss of driving privileges, suspension of a drivers license, increased auto insurance premiums, and collateral adverse employment actions such as termination of employment. There are a number of factors to determine the disposition of a DUI charge but the prevailing factor … [Read more...]
